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APRIL 18, 2019

Toyota introduced the next-generation three-row 2020 Highlander SUV at the New York International Auto Show. The gas engine employs Variable Valve Timing-intelligent system by Electric motor (VVT-iE) on the intake camshaft, and VVT-i on the exhaust camshaft.

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AUGUST 9, 2020

The vessel can substantially reduce the amount of sulfur oxide (SO x ), nitrogen oxide (NO x ) and carbon dioxide (CO 2 ) contained in the engine exhaust gas by using LNG as primary fuel. LNG-fueled engines present environmental challenges in that unburnt methane (a greenhouse gas) is emitted into the atmosphere from their exhaust gas.

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MAY 3, 2013

CFM International has completed design freeze for the advanced LEAP-1B engine, the exclusive powerplant for the Boeing 737 MAX, paving the way for the first full engine to test in mid-2014. The entire turbomachinery and installation are customized to meet the unique requirements of the 737 MAX.

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AUGUST 26, 2012

Opcon, in collaboration with Wallenius Marine, recently completed the first reference installation of its Waste Heat Recovery technology for ocean-going vessels in a project supported by the Swedish Energy Agency. are two 450 V, 60 Hz, 1,700 kW AC-generators installed. The MV Figaro. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.) Click to enlarge.

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Waste Installation Mariner Fuel 300

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SEPTEMBER 12, 2013

The signing of the agreement begins the process of building and installing the first LPG-powered Scuderi power generator and energy storage systems. An internal combustion engine can be used not only for mobile applications (cars) but for stationary power generators as well. Scuderi Group, Inc., Earlier post.)

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Puerto Rico Installation Building Power 296

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JANUARY 27, 2015

The first study to conduct a comprehensive evaluation of lifetime exposure to new technology diesel exhaust (NTDE)—i.e., exhaust from heavy-duty diesel engines meeting EPA 2007 and later emissions requirements—has found no evidence of carcinogenic lung tumors. Earlier post.) Advanced Collaborative Emissions Study (ACES).

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SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

A recent report from CE Delft, an independent research and consultancy organization, regarding the climate impact of Exhaust Gas Cleaning (EGC) systems for the marine industry. It notes that CO 2 emissions associated with producing and installing an EGC system are small compared to those generated when operating the system.

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FEBRUARY 18, 2021

TECO 2030 ( earlier post ) is aiming to establish Norway’s first large-scale production of fuel cells, optimized to be the heart of hydrogen-powered ships and other heavy-duty installations. The partnership with AVL has already resulted in bringing to production the TECO Future Funnel, a complete exhaust gas cleaning system.

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JANUARY 8, 2020

The ideal licensee would be primarily engaged in manufacturing engine parts and systems, such as catalytic converters and engine exhaust control systems, for the on-road vehicle, off-road vehicle and stationary power sectors. This catalyzes the oxidation of methane to carbon dioxide and water using excess oxygen in the exhaust stream.

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JANUARY 22, 2023

NASA cameras installed on the International Space Station happened to be in the right place and at the right time to capture SpaceX’s latest Falcon Heavy launch from orbit. Thanks to its timing, January 15th launch was already one of SpaceX’s most spectacular yet. 15, 2023, from @NASAKennedy in Florida.

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APRIL 3, 2014

The aim is to recover waste heat from the exhaust gases of internal combustion engines in both stationary installations (generators, cogeneration installations) and transport, particularly rail and maritime. Recovering heat from exhaust gases will cut fuel consumption by 5 to 10%.

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DECEMBER 13, 2017

Southwest Research Institute recently opened a new fully automated, multi-fuel burner facility designed to rapidly and cost-effectively age and evaluate exhaust catalyst equipment for a wide range of engines. The ECTO-Lab can simulate lean and stoichiometric exhaust gas conditions utilizing gasoline, diesel, natural gas, or propane fuels.

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MARCH 14, 2014

announced that the company installed Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) systems on the power generators aboard the MOL-owned and operated Capesize vessel Awobasan Maru and confirmed that after catalytic reduction the NO x in exhaust emissions meet Tier III regulations set by the International Maritime Organization (IMO).

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JUNE 8, 2019

Compared to the likewise transversely installed M 260 four-cylinder in the “35” models or the preceding M 133 engine, the new Mercedes-AMG M 139 is rotated around its vertical axis by 180 degrees. This means that the turbocharger and the exhaust manifold are now positioned at the rear, on the side of the firewall when viewed from behind.

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NOVEMBER 5, 2010

Researchers from Tokyo City University and the National Traffic Safety and Environment Lab in Japan are developing a multi-cylinder direct-injection spark-ignition (DISI) hydrogen internal combustion engine (ICE) for application in heavy-duty vehicles. a NO x reduction catalyst system. NO x reduction.

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Hydrogen International Engine Japan 247

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MAY 20, 2015

Under a newly-issued RFP ( DTMA91R1500012 ) the US Maritime Administration (MARAD) will award up to $750,000 for projects that demonstrate the use of exhaust gas cleaning systems (i.e. MARAD will provide cost-share funding for US-flagged vessels that operate on coastal waterways, the Great Lakes, or in international waters.

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Emissions Mariner Exhaust Pollution 150

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MAY 21, 2020

On the opening day of the Frankfurt International Motor Show (IAA), the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) published a Notice of Violation: VW diesel engines with 1.6 Together with his colleagues, he used a special instrument to examine the exhaust plumes of 23,000 passing cars and analyzed the levels of NO x and CO 2.

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Diesel Engine Exhaust Emissions 207

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MAY 25, 2021

Although energy storage systems with cabinet-type enclosures can be advantageous due to capacity, footprint and access, the cabinets leave little room for exhaust fans which would vent flammable gases that can result from failed cells and lead to explosion. IntelliVent is the first system of its kind designed to address these requirement.

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Batteries Battery Arizona Energy Storage 243

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JANUARY 29, 2020

The results of a new analysis by the International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) show that, when combined with a trend toward higher methane leakage and combustion slip, there is no climate benefit from using liquefied natural gas (LNG) as a marine fuel—regardless of the engine technology. First, it contains very little sulfur.

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Mariner Climate Fuel Oil 427

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JANUARY 15, 2018

We have installed instruments on board the DC8 to simultaneously measure the size distribution of soot and ice particles and gas emissions as it follows in the wake of ATRA. Numerous DLR measuring instruments have been installed on board the NASA aircraft for this purpose. Earlier post.) —Hans Schlager, DLR.

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SEPTEMBER 16, 2015

The valves, which are designed to support low pressure exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) for diesel engines and acoustic tuning for gasoline engines, feature a new modular design which offers vehicle manufacturers custom flexibility and adaptability for any engine architecture. The valve delivers important acoustical benefits as well.

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Exhaust Engine 2015 Design 150

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MARCH 22, 2014

liter diesel, prominently showing the closely attached exhaust aftertreatment system. For example, depending on the emission requirements, 3 different types of exhaust gas recirculation (EGR ) can be used: cooled high-pressure EGR without low-pressure EGR; cooled low-pressure EGR without high-pressure EGR; or. The EA288 2.0-liter

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DECEMBER 7, 2020

It starts with an exhaustive inspection. The internal combustion engine and associated systems are then removed and the chassis is prepared for electrification. New air conditioning and electronic heating systems are installed and the accelerator is converted to a throttle-by-wire system.

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MARCH 31, 2021

Mercedes-AMG is launching with the internally named HPB80 variant with 6.1 Individual drive mode: individual customization of the drive, transmission, AMG DYNAMICS, chassis, steering and exhaust system. four-cylinder engine and electric exhaust-gas turbocharger. It ensures the highest level of safety. kW/kg (1.0

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SEPTEMBER 10, 2013

Mercedes-Benz is presenting the taxi version of the B 200 Natural Gas Drive at the Frankfurt International Motor Show. Numerous taxi-specific items of equipment, such as the new, patented one-arm taxi roof sign, will additionally be available ex-factory.

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Taxi Mercedes Gas Cleaner 210

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JANUARY 30, 2012

The newly developed EGR (exhaust gas recirculation) cooler is 30% smaller than the smallest one currently available on the market, while offering equal performance. This EGR cooler is installed in Toyota’s Camry and Aqua (Prius c). This slows the rise in temperature of the air/fuel mixture, increasing fuel efficiency. Click to enlarge.

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APRIL 26, 2017

Toyota Motor Corporation has begun trial operations of the pressurized combined power generation system which has been installed at Motomachi Plant in Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture. Waste heat is collected from the exhaust gas produced during the burning process. Click to enlarge.

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AUGUST 18, 2012

The roadside fire involving a Fisker Karma sedan on August 10 in Woodside, CA was caused by an internal fault in the low-temperature cooling fan, according to a statement released by Fisker Automotive. The final conclusion was that this sealed component had an internal fault that caused it to fail, overheat and start a slow-burning fire.

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MARCH 25, 2014

Selective catalytic reduction is a technically feasible, cost-effective way to achieve the limits on nitrogen oxide (NO x ) emissions from ships mandated by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) for 2016, according to a study released by the International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT).

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JANUARY 10, 2023

It required the installation of cellphone towers or masts. Because community members did not understand the benefits of the installations or were not sufficiently consulted, several of the towers were not renewed. For major developments such as 6G, a holistic approach is required. Some even were set on fire.

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FEBRUARY 28, 2019

This system, as well as the intelligent charging via an electric auxiliary compressor and an exhaust gas turbocharger, all have the same goal: to enhance the hallmark AMG performance and driving dynamics, but also to reduce fuel consumption and emissions. As a result, the 3.0-liter

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Mercedes Hybrid SUV Exhaust 186

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AUGUST 19, 2019

A compact hybrid traction head has been developed for the 8F-DCT dual clutch transmission which follows the same technical principles as the corresponding component on the vehicles with a longitudinally installed engine. It uses a permanently excited synchronous machine as an internal rotor.

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JULY 1, 2009

As the next steps in a strategy to cut harmful emissions from ocean-going vessels, the US Environmental Protection Agency is proposing new engine emissions and fuel standards for large marine diesel engines on US-flagged ships that would harmonize with international standards. Earlier post.)

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JUNE 14, 2016

The first route is characterized by the development of geared and open rotor engine architectures but also configurations where potential synergies between engine and aircraft installations are exploited. Adding heat through internal combustion generates considerable entropy. Core exhaust loss. Click to enlarge.

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JUNE 11, 2018

At a February 2018 meeting, an IMO-subcommittee announced a proposal to ban the carriage of non-compliant bunker fuel (fuel that exceeds the 0.50% sulfur limit) aboard ships that have not installed on-board ship scrubbers (exhaust gas cleaning systems), Barrow said. As of August 2017, approximately 360 ships had installed scrubbers.

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MARCH 3, 2020

A compact hybrid traction head has been developed for the 8G-DCT dual clutch transmission which follows the same technical principles as the corresponding component on the vehicles with a longitudinally installed engine. It is a permanently excited synchronous machine as an internal rotor.

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DECEMBER 14, 2016

LiquidPiston recently installed its 70cc X-mini rotary engine prototype into a go-kart demonstrator ( earlier post ), replacing a 40 lb, 6 hp gasoline piston engine with the 4 lb, 3-5 hp 70cc X-mini engine. Water may be injected to internally cool the engine. —Alexander Shkolnik, CEO and Founder of LiquidPiston. Shkolnik et al.

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